NHTSARecalled Apr 27, 2016 · #16V248000
Unexpected Transmission Downshift
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed. An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Unexpected Transmission Downshift
- 2011-2012 Ford F-150
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Model numbers
- 2012 Ford
- UPCs
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What you should do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.